Word learning Flashcards

(17 cards)

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Abate

A

To subside; to reduce

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Abdicate

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To step down from a position of power or
responsibility

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3
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Abridge

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To shorten; to condense

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Abstinent

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Refraining from an activity or from the consumption of something, especially alcohol.

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5
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Abysmal

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Extremely bad; appalling.

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Accolade

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An award or privilege granted as a special honour or as an acknowledgement of merit.

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Acrimonious

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(Typically of speech or discussion) angry and bitter.

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Acumen

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Having the ability to make good judgments and quick decisions, often in a specific field like business or politics.

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Quaint

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Attractively unusual or old-fashioned.

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10
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Omnipotent

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(Of a deity) having unlimited power.

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Opress

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To burden someone with cruel or unjust authority, restrictions, or power, making them feel controlled, hopeless, or unable to have freedom.

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Adulation

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Excessive admiration or praise.

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13
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Affable

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Friendly, good-natured, or easy to talk to.

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Affinity

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A natural liking for and understanding of someone or something.

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Affluent

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(Especially of a group or area) having a great deal of money; wealthy.

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16
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Aggregate

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A whole formed by combining several separate elements.

17
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Alacrity

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Brisk and cheerful readiness.